Looking back on this time last year, did you imagine your 2020 would be completely different? Probably. The pandemic has changed our lives, and many of us have faced hardships and uncertainty unlike ever before. In this episode, we are joined by Drew Anderson, Doctor of Chiropractor, and business owner. Drew shares his personal experience as a husband, father, and business owner during this pandemic. He talks about his anger, the lessons he has learned, and the sacrifices he has made to make this year work. This episode is for anyone who’s been struggling emotionally, financially, or spiritually during this pandemic.  

Episode Highlights:

[1:52] “It’s like a zombie apocalypse out there.” Drew talks about how the uncertainty of Covid-19 has impacted him, his family, their work, and their everyday life. 

[5:17] “I felt like I had abandoned them.” When Drew was forced to close his medical practice, he experienced a full range of emotions, including the feeling that he was letting down his patients. He talks about how he got through that time of uncertainty. 

[8:02] “I had to learn how to be around my kids.” We hear how Drew worked through the anger and other emotions that accompanied the consequences of being home from work. 

[10:48] Once Drew was able to go back to work, he faced a whole new set of challenges, including an unexpected shutdown. “My wife even packed me a bag.” 

[13:20] “Do your worst, God.” Drew talks about his experience being diagnosed and recovering from Covid-19, all while worrying about his family and financial future. 

[16:29] “My thoughts on how this year was going to go were 100% wrong.” We hear Drew’s reflections and lessons from 2020. He also speaks about his hopes for 2021. 

[19:55] Drew speaks about how his patients have been impacted by the pandemic, and what it is like to navigate professional relationships with differing opinions. 

[21:47] “It’s sad that it takes something tragic to do that.” Drew speaks about what it means for him to be loved well, and how that has changed in 2020.